Magok-dong Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Lotte World
Have a fun-filled day at Lotte World and see why people love this theme park in Seoul. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Myeongdong Street
When you visit Myeongdong Street, a popular shopping spot in Seoul, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this culturally rich area.
Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
This sizable commercial district is home to a staggering number of shopping malls, specialty stores and traditional Korean marketplaces.
COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
You don’t have to be in Seoul for a conference or fair to appreciate the facilities of COEX, South Korea’s outstanding events center and mall in Gangnam.
Lotte World Tower
Stunning city views, an aquarium, shops and restaurants are part of this futuristic tower that looms over the southern banks of the Han River.
Namdaemun Market
This traditional Korean market is the largest and oldest in Seoul, and where you’ll find all manner of clothes and food at very reasonable prices.
Top hotels in Magok-dong
Mercure Ambassador Seoul Magok
Didn’t eat breakfast there. Staff very helpful. No car. Cleaned the room perfectly.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
ENA Suite Hotel Namdaemun
The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The location is near a subway station and there are restaurants right in front of the hotel.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Sotetsu Hotels The Splaisir Seoul Myeongdong
Excellent stay at this hotel. Room was clean and there was a great breakfast variety with many options to choose from. Staff was very helpful when I pointed out a little incident with my room, it was solved the same day.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
LOTTE CITY HOTEL MYEONGDONG
Great location.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Grand Hyatt Seoul
Clean, filtered water and coffee maker available in room which is convenient for longer stays.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
HOTEL THE BOTANIK SEWOON MYEONGDONG
The room was fine, but strange. We had a 2 bedroom suite. The master bedroom was partitioned by glass, so there was no privacy. The second bedroom had no door. The kitchen area was nicely appointed and they had outlets that fit USA plugs and USB charge ports. The workout room was nice. Elevators ...
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Magok-dong
Mapo-gu
Spend some time visiting places like Mangwon Market while getting to know Mapo-gu, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Mapo-gu Office Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
Hongdae
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Hongdae. Spend some time visiting top spots like Hongdae Street, and catch the metro at Hongik University Station or Mangwon Station to see more of the area.
Yeongdeungpo-gu
Noted for its shopping and river views, there's plenty to explore in Yeongdeungpo-gu. Top attractions like KBS Exhibition Hall and Times Square Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yeongdeungpo Market Station or Singil Station to see more of the city.
Yongsan-gu
Travellers choose Yongsan-gu for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Hyochang Park Station or Namyeong Station and check out top sights like Yongsan Electronics Market.
Sogong-dong
Sogong-dong is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Seoul Museum of Art and Sungnyemun Gate, and you can get around town on the metro at City Hall Station.
Jongno-gu
Jongno-gu is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Sejong Cultural Center and National Museum of Korean Contemporary History. See more of Seoul by jumping on the metro at Gwanghwamun Station or Jonggak Station.
Magok-dong Travel Guide
- Lotte World
- Dongdaemun History and Culture Park
- COEX Convention and Exhibition Center
- Lotte World Tower
- Namdaemun Market
- Gyeongbokgung Palace
- Bukchon Hanok Village
- Starfield COEX Mall
- Gwanghwamun
- N Seoul Tower
- Gocheok Sky Dome
- Seoul City Hall
- Songdo Central Park
- Lotte Mall Gimpo Airport
- Olympic Park
- Myeongdong Cathedral
- Dongdaemun Market Mall
- Namsan Mountain Park
- Seoul National University
- Songdo Convensia Convention Center
- Apgujeong Rodeo Street
- Port of Incheon
- National Museum of Korea
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